Loyola begins overseeing study-in-China program

CHICAGO — Loyola University Chicago has become the U.S. host university to the Beijing Center for Chinese Studies, a study-abroad program for undergraduate students interested in China.

The Beijing Center, founded in 1998, offers programs for students from Jesuit colleges and universities. The program includes language study, a choice of 70 classes, travel and interaction with Chinese students. The center also has programs for faculty members and graduate students.

"We are very excited about this partnership with the Beijing Center, as it will provide unique learning experiences and lasting memories for our students," Patrick Boyle, assistant provost and director of international programs at Loyola, said in a statement. "We plan on developing travel excursion programs, interacting with locals and developing an appreciation for vastly different cultures and rich history."

As the U.S. host university, Loyola will provide academic oversight and administrative support for the study-abroad program and will manage recruiting, enrollment, academic credit and financial services.

Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles had been the program's host university.